After solidifying award flights for 6 people to and from Japan for our trip next summer (see this post), it was time for me to figure out lodging. Booking international hotels for large families is always a challenge since so many of them have low occupancy rules (many only fit 2 people). And, my kids […]

I always like to find the best deal on travel, whether it’s with miles and points or cash. So, even though I booked  Premium Economy seats on American Airlines from Shanghai to DFW, I’m still looking to see if I can get any better deals. I love the nonstop flight to my home airport, but […]

Europe is on Sale! Book Now For Flights as Low as $441!: I frequently hear people complain about how expensive it is to fly to Europe on cash tickets. But, there are deals to be found! Check out these fares under $600 round-trip on AA on this post from Travel Codex. Flying Blue September Promo […]

Last week, I shared that we added one extra person to my family’s Japan/China trip next summer, bringing the total passengers up to 6 people. A reader asked me how I was able to accumulate that many miles and points for this big trip. Most of my miles and points stash comes from opening new […]

So far, September has one new transfer bonus and two that carry over from late August. New: Citi 25% Transfer Bonus to Leading Hotels of the World Now through 11:59 pm ET on October 19, 2024, get 25% bonus points when you transfer Citi ThankYou points to Leading Hotels of the World Leaders Club. See […]

This past weekend, my family had plans to visit relatives who live about 6 hours south of us. We had a dog sitter lined up, and we were packed and ready to go on Saturday morning. Unfortunately, my MIL texted us early that morning that she came down with Covid and was not well enough […]